Atty. John Shin Kim

Atty. John Shin Kim

John Shin Kim is a lawyer practicing adoptions, alimony, family law and 43 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Rockford Rockford 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About John Shin Kim at a glance

John Shin Kim is a Member based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at The Law Office of John Kim. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2011). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 2010) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.A., 2007). Active member of Winnebago County Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association. Serands clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Shin Kim is a lawyer practicing adoptions, alimony, family law and 43 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • John practices at The Law Office of John Kim in Rockford, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John Shin Kim's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Shin Kim handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rockford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Shin Kim

Where is John Shin Kim's law office located?
John Shin Kim's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. The firm is The Law Office of John Kim. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Shin Kim handle?
John Shin Kim focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Shin Kim practiced law?
John Shin Kim has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did John Shin Kim go to law school?
John Shin Kim earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2007).
How can I contact John Shin Kim for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 2010
B.A.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- 2007

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2011

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